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delicacy

The word “delicacy” has 4 syllables: del-i-ca-cy

It's pronounced as /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

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In the thesaurus, “delicacy” has 141 synonyms and 60 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for delicacy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for delicacy

Antonyms for delicacy

Meanings of delicacy

  • noun
    1. The quality of being delicate.
    2. Something appealing, usually a pleasing food, especially a choice dish of a certain culture suggesting rarity and refinement -a Chinese delicacy.
    3. Fineness or elegance of construction or appearance.
    4. Frailty of health or fitness.
    5. Refinement in taste or discrimination.
    6. Tact and propriety; the need for such tact.

Example Sentences

  • The dessert is considered a rare delicacy in the region.
  • She handled the fragile vase with great delicacy.
  • The issue requires tact and delicacy.
  • That dish is a seasonal delicacy enjoyed by locals.
  • He spoke with surprising delicacy about the sensitive topic.

On this page you'll find 201 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to delicacy, such as: accuracy, accurateness, acuity, acuteness, airiness, ambrosia, approximation.

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dainty

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